Green Cars News

JANUARY 29, 2014

Audi’s compact SUV, the Q3 has cut its official emission figure to a new low of 137g/km CO2 for its petrol engine choices, thanks to the addition of the new 1.4 The new petrol engine is available with the SE and S Line specification, prices start from £23,870, rising to £28,115.

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Green Cars News

FEBRUARY 26, 2013

German carmaker, Audi reckons its making the choice between diesel and petrol even harder for Europeans with the arrival of the reworked 1.2 TFSI engine on its all-new A3 model. This new engine choice offers both gains in efficiency and performance, with faster acceleration and up to 57.6 mpg on a combined cycle.

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 7, 2024

Mercedes-Benz GLS facelift: Variants In India, Mercedes-Benz will offer the new GLS facelift in two different trims– GLS 450 and GLS 400d. While the GLS 450 is powered by a petrol engine, the GLS 400d is fuelled by a diesel motor. While the petrol variant is priced at ₹ 1.32 crore (ex-showroom). The GLS 450 is propelled by a 3.0-litre

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Green Cars News

FEBRUARY 13, 2014

The Audi A3 Gtron (pictured) has now gone on advance sale across its home country in Germany. Described as CO2 neutral in pure e-gas mode, the vehicle comes with a 1.4litre TFSI engine that can develop 81kW and can be operated with either natural gas or petrol. The vehicle is seen as part of an in[.].

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Green Cars News

JANUARY 5, 2011

It was once almost unthinkable that diesel models could out-sell their petrol counterparts – but that’s exactly what is happening with the Audi brand. The German carmaker has reported that diesels accounted for nearly 53 per cent of vehicles sold in the Audi A3 line and 43 per cent of the Q7 line during 2010. [.].

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EV Central

JANUARY 25, 2024

The second generation of Porsche’s top selling vehicle rides on a new EV-only Premium Platform Electric (PPE) architecture to be shared with sister brand Audi. For now, Porsche has only shown two variants of the new Macan, the Macan 4 and Macan Turbo. The new Macan matches the petrol-powered model’s 2000kg tow capacity.

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 4, 2024

Meanwhile, sales are surging in Italy, with new car registrations jumping 19% last year to 1.57 But petrol cars take the lead, gaining more than 29% market share, according to Electromaps. By 2035, all new cars and vans registered in Europe will be zero-emission – if automakers keep making new cars, that is.

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EV Central

JANUARY 21, 2024

Developed alongside the incoming Audi Q6 e-tron, the new Macan will be one of the first vehicles to be based on the Volkswagen Group’s latest PPE platform, Porsche says the Macan EV will come with a 100kWh lithium-ion battery that should provide for a driving range of up to 500km. 2024 Porsche Macan EV prototype test.

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Green Cars News

OCTOBER 3, 2012

Audi has developed two new e-fuels using different waste materials. Audi says its e-ethanol can power petrol vehicles with only minor [.]. The German manufacturer has buddied up with US-based fuels specialist Joule to produce e-ethanol and e-diesel.

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Green Cars News

MARCH 11, 2013

Audi’s new ‘cylinder-on-demand’ (CoD) technology is helping the carmaker significantly cut its emissions and boost fuel economy. TFSI petrol models, fuel economy is as strong as 60.1 First debuted on the Audi S and RS models, the [.]. Available now on the Sport, S Line and Black Edition specs on the A1 and A3 1.4

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Baua Electric

MARCH 31, 2024

In contrast, petrol cars performed almost as well as they did before the Covid-19 pandemic. Despite the strong performance of its electric models (the MG 4 was the fourth most-registered electric car in February), petrol models were the main driver of growth for the manufacturer.

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Teslarati

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

Other German automakers such as Porsche and Audi are also seeing some success in their respective electric vehicle programs. . This is evident in BMW’s current initiatives, some of which include the development of next-generation petrol and diesel engines that are far more efficient than their predecessors. .

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EV Central

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

litre petrol four-cylinder engine and front and rear e-motors for a combined output of 227kW. Confirmation of the RX PHEV follows on from the recent Audi announcement that it would be launching a plug-in version of the Q5. The new generation RX launch range comprises five models, four of which are petrol-electric hybrid.

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EV Central

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Alfa Romeo has announced its Tonale petrol-electric hybrid compact SUV will arrive in Australia in February 2023 priced from $49,900 plus on-road costs. That pricing pitches the Tonale up against obvious Euro rivals like the Audi Q2 and Q3 and BMW X1 and X2. The Tonale is powered by a 1.5-litre

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EV Central

JULY 22, 2023

On-sale in Australia this month across three petrol and diesel all-wheel drive powertrains and three trim levels, the CX-60 is a direct competitor for the likes of the Audi Q5, BMW X3, Genesis GV70 and Lexus NX. litre four-cylinder petrol-electric plug-in hybrid were the right approach to the market. 2023 Mazda CX-60 PHEV.

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Green Cars News

NOVEMBER 20, 2011

Scheduled to go on sale in 2012, the new Audi A1 Sportback will be a five-door version of the well-established three-door Audi A1 model; and will boast remarkable fuel economy figures.

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Green Cars News

AUGUST 4, 2011

Audi has made a breakthrough with its new petrol engine – the 1.8litre TFSI – which reduces fuel consumption by 21 per cent compared to the previous model’s engine. The engine achieves 41mpg and emits just 134g/km of CO2 despite impressive power figures of 125kW and 320Nm.

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Green Cars News

APRIL 16, 2011

The new Audi Q3 SUV will be one of the most economical SUVs on the market. The vehicle will debut with three different four-cylinder engines – a TDI diesel and two TFSI petrol units. All three combine direct injection with turbo charging and include energy recovery and start-stop systems.

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Green Cars News

APRIL 9, 2010

The Audi Q7 may not be the greenest vehicle in the company’s line-up but it has made some encouraging steps in the right direction thanks to a revised engine line-up. Audi will offer two new petrol engines and a second generation 3.0l V6 TDI diesel as part of its new line-up. The new TDI has a rated [.].

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My Energi

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

EVs are far too expensive As Europe’s 2035 ban on petrol and diesel new car sales looms ever closer, vehicle manufacturers are quickly diverting R&D spend away from their remaining ICE-powered models and into their next-generation EV line-ups. Do EVs have a limited range compared to their petrol and diesel counterparts?

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Green Cars News

AUGUST 24, 2011

German carmaker Audi has finally confirmed the production of its Hybrid A8 luxury saloon. litre TFSI petrol engine and an electric motor, fuel consumption will be in excess of 44mpg on the combined cycle and CO2 emissions of less than 148g/km. Combining a 2.0 Currently the 3.0 TDI-powered A8 has the lowest CO2 emissions in [.].

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Drive Electric

MAY 1, 2023

Drive Electric analysis done in March showed the reduction in emissions of vehicles imported since the policy came into effect will save more than 2m tonnes of emissions over the lives of those vehicles, and $100m a year in petrol and diesel. There’s more to do. This discount won’t be needed forever – perhaps only another few years.

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Green Cars News

APRIL 19, 2011

The increasing importance of the Chinese automotive market has been clearly emphasised at this year’s Shanghai Auto Show, with Audi unveiling the A3 E-Tron plug-in hybrid concept at the event. TFSI four cylinder engine with turbocharging and petrol direct injection, as well as an electric motor [.].

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Green Cars News

JULY 22, 2011

Audi has confirmed that a new A6 hybrid model will go into production in 2012, as the car maker looks to extend its use of hybrid powertrain technology. The new A6 hybrid will use a 2.0 litre TFSI petrol and a electric motor to power it and is expected to emit 146g/km CO2 according to [.].

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Push EVs

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

The good news is that flatness or decline is mostly due to falling PHEV sales (stemming from incentive cuts), whilst the performance of BEVs has been more resilient. Petrols were flat YoY in January, but are also on a slide over the long term. Audi has seen a decent upward move to 5th, since three months ago when it was in 8th.

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Green Cars News

MARCH 26, 2010

Just in time for the warmer weather, Audi has introduced its cleanest A3 Cabriolet yet. Using its smallest capacity petrol engine ever featured on an Audi, the carmaker has succeeded in reducing CO2 emissions while still improving performance of the new car. The new A3 Cabriolet 1.2

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Green Cars News

FEBRUARY 21, 2013

An Audi A3 that does 188mpg-that might sound like a pipedream, but that’s the new Audi A3 e-tron, which will be making its debut at the Geneva Motor Show next month. Featuring a plug-in hybrid drivetrain, the model is capable of driving on electric power only for up to 31 miles at speeds up to [.].

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EV Central

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

The new Mazda CX-60 plug-in hybrid EV will sell from $72,300 before on-road costs when it arrives in Australian dealerships from June 2023 – and it has its eyes on the world’s biggest luxury brands. The CX-60 will also be available with new 3.3-litre litre four-cylinder petrol engine with a 100kW electric motor.

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Baua Electric

APRIL 1, 2024

And while the Polestar 2 isn’t exactly a feather weight of the automotive arena, tipping the scale at 2113kg (kerb) – or 663kg more than Mr Thomas’ Audi S3 – it is a vastly improved prospect when it comes to offering agility and predictability of handling. Very different to my Audi S3, but in many ways, better.

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Green Cars News

MAY 16, 2012

Audi’s new A3 model will feature a powerful yet small 1.4 petrol engine, which thanks to its cylinder deactivation system, will offer CO2 emissions expected to be as low as 106g/km. That would make it one of the lowest emission petrol-only model in its class.

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 21, 2024

A few luxury carmakers, such as Volvo and Audi, are also offering the technology. litre three-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine with variable compression ratio is employed solely to generate electricity rather than directly powering the wheels. The Nissan Qashqai’s powertrain employs a range-extender setup in which the 190hp 1.5-litre

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EV Central

MARCH 7, 2023

That suggests Lamborghini sees a prosperous future for the V12 despite the imminent banning of petrol-burning ICE in some parts of the world. Porsche and Audi are investing in the development of e-fuels; for Porsche it gives it a way to keep the 911’s iconic six-cylinder powerplant while hitting the all-important CO2 requirements.

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 12, 2024

What also helps the company is that Tata Motors’ UV portfolio covers petrol, diesel, CNG and electric powerplants, thereby expanding its consumer reach. The new Nexon EV was launched a few months ago and has recently been joined by the Punch EV. While the Venue (129,276 units), the new Exter sold 47,015 units.

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 12, 2024

What also helps the company is that Tata Motors’ UV portfolio covers petrol, diesel, CNG and electric powerplants, thereby expanding its consumer reach. The new Nexon EV was launched a few months ago and has recently been joined by the Punch EV. While the Venue (129,276 units), the new Exter sold 47,015 units.

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Green Cars News

OCTOBER 5, 2009

Last month we told you how the new Audi A3 model could potentially break the 100g/km carbon dioxide (CO2) threshold – and now we have further details about this eagerly anticipated new car. Audi will now offer its start-stop system in conjunction with an automatic transmission on the vehicle. TDI and the 1.4 The diesel 1.6

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EV Central

JUNE 29, 2022

The Emira is going into production to replace three Lotus petrol mainstays, the Exige, Elise and Evora. 2033: Audi. The other commitments deal with becoming a certified net-zero business, uniting “Lotus colleagues” behind global growth and inspiring the next generation through education and outreach. 2022 Lotus Evija hypercar.

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EV Info

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

Norway also lets EV use bus lanes and special parking bays making ownership more beneficial than ICE in the city, Norway plans to outlaw pure Petrol or Diesel vehicles in 2025 – the country with the earliest ICE free deadline and 5 years before the UK’s deadline. 6 Audi e-tron Electric car 3 979 3.59 Cliff edge.

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